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This veggie burger is what it is — loaded with vegetables and grains. | Matthew Mead~AP

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Updated: December 3, 2011 8:06AM



MAKES 6 SERVINGS

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 medium yellow onion, diced

1 red bell pepper, core and diced

1/2 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen

1 cup cooked brown rice

1 cup quick oats, lightly toasted

1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin or squash puree

2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Pinch cayenne pepper

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

6 burger buns or large rolls

In medium skillet over medium-high, heat 1 tablespoon oil. Add cumin and onion and saute until onions soften and begin to brown, about 5 minutes. Add red pepper and corn kernels and saute until just tender, about 3 to 4 minutes.

Transfer mixture to medium bowl and cool for 5 minutes. Add rice, oats, pumpkin, cilantro, balsamic vinegar, cayenne, salt and pepper. Stir to combine. Form mixture into 6 patties.

Heat remaining olive oil in large skillet over medium-high. Add patties to skillet, in batches if needed, and brown for 3 minutes per side. Serve on buns with preferred condiments.

Nutrition facts per serving:

330 calories, 11 g fat, 2 g saturated fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 51 g carbohydrates, 9 g protein, 540 mg sodium, 7 g fiber

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